Candle Making

It is exiting to make candles in sand. Prepare a mould in moist sand and pour in the candle wax. This is a very good idea for an activity with the children.

Candle making in Sand

Candle making in Sand

1

Press a mould into the moist sand and remove.

Candle making in Sand

2

Tie a knot on the wick and push it into the sand in the middle of the mould.

Candle making in Sand

3

Hold the wick in place between two sticks.

Candle making in Sand

4

Fill a melting pot with candle wax and melt it. Pour candle dye beads until the desired strength and shade is reached. Start with a few beads, for instance ten of each colour.

Candle making in Sand

5

Stir until the colour is dissolved. Take samples until the desired colour is reached.

Candle making in Sand

6

Pour the candle wax carefully into the mould and let it harden. Lift out the candle, brush off excess sand and trim the wick. The candle can be turned depending on the shape.

Candle making in Sand